Paul McAuliffe (Dublin North-West, Fianna Fail)
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126. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the expected impact of the implementation of the new Bus Connects routes in the Finglas and Ballymun areas; to outline any potential gaps in the routes that connect Finglas east and west, as identified on the proposed map following the removal of existing services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51813/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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As the Deputy may be aware, BusConnects is a transformative programme of investment in the bus system, providing better bus services across our cities. It is the largest investment in the bus system in the history of the State and is managed by the National Transport Authority (NTA).

New bus services in Dublin are already being delivered, with the first six phases of the Network Redesign rolled out in recent years. Most recently, the E-Spine connecting Ballymun to Bray and Dun Laoghaire rolled out in January this year.

The redesign of the entire network, including the F Spine, connecting Finglas to Tallaght, will continue in the coming years subject to funding and driver availability.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.